Welcome to performance sports in Lionshead

Performance Sports, in Vail, Colorado, is proudly owned and operated by longtime locals JP and The General since 1979. We remain a traditional "mom & pop" ski shop, with a unique blend of thoughtfully curated retail skiwear for men and women. Our tradition is proudly displayed by our cozy mountain decor, the highest quality products, hand detailed repair work, affordable prices, and knowledgeable employees who have been with us for decades. Despite our old school roots, we continue to search out the latest and greatest trends in ski rental equipment and retail ski apparel.
"The coolest little ski shop this side of the Alps" Zicke zacke, zicke zacke, hoi hoi hoi!!
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To see Performance Sports is to love Performance Sports! You can view some of our live retail inventory courtesy of Locally, and reserve it through Buy It Locally to pick it up in store. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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customer reviews

  • "Best ski shop in Vail - you don't stay open for 42 years as an independent shop in a company town without providing superb service - they do, and then some!"Rick Blakeman
  • "One of the few privately and locally owned shops left in Vail. The attention is great. This guys really know their business. Excellent equipment and decent prices. will definitely rent here in my next visit to Vail, CO." Alex Mendez
  • "Outstanding service and equipment. Have been going there for many years. Really excellent technicians who are professionals, not some college kid ski bum. They treat you like family. Overnight storage and ok to leave street shoes or excess clothing while you ski. Vail is a big place. These folks are the best. They also carry really nice ski clothing brands and have a convenient location in Lionshead. Been there since 1979!!" Jay Gross
  • "The shop staff was so awesome and helpful! The rate for a one day usage was affordable and we were able to place order the evening before and they held them overnight. We arrived the morning of and could store our shoes and things and received help with the gear. The equipment drop off process was also easy and convenient."Katie Denton